2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 1998 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 306 (167 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 231 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 306.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Peugeot 306 (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mondeo | 1998 Peugeot 306 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Mondeo | 306 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |